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Does diarrhea impact the effectiveness of the birth control pill?

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Yes it can. : Any bowel dysfunction can affect the absorption of most BCP. Even antibiotics can alter the effectiveness.

Answered 1/27/2018

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No: No. The pill is usually absorbed by the stomach in 30 minutes to one hour after ingestion and transported through the bloodstream to the pituitary for inhibition of ovulation.

Answered 1/27/2018

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